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Long Beach City Zoning Code

CHAPTER 5

RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS

12-5A-1: INTENT:

The intent of the R1 Single-Family Residential District is to provide for low density, single-family residential neighborhoods that may include community services and facilities that will serve the area's population while protecting and maintaining the single-family residential character. The R1 Single-Family Residential District implements in part the SFR single-family residential land use designation of the City of Long Beach comprehensive plan. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5A-2: PERMITTED USES:

   A.   Principal uses:
Adult family home, six (6) or fewer beds.
Single-family dwellings.
   B.   Accessory uses and structures:
Family daycare home, six (6) or fewer children.
Home occupations.
Private accessory living quarters attached to a principal structure or in a detached accessory building for sole use of occupant or temporary guests.
Private garages and private recreational equipment storage buildings.
Private (noncommercial) greenhouses, woodsheds and toolsheds.
Private swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas and tennis courts.
Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.
Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5A-3: CONDITIONAL USES:

Churches.
Cooperative (State registered).
Daycare center, seven (7) or more children.
Governmental or Municipal structures, uses or facilities.
Parks, recreational areas or facilities.
Schools. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5A-4: STANDARDS:

   A.   Lots:
      1.   Lot Size: Lot area shall be at least six thousand (6,000) square feet. Construction on lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than six thousand (6,000) square feet, will be permitted where total lot coverage does not exceed sixty percent (60%) and where all setback requirements can be met.
      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than sixty percent (60%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.
      3.   Setback Requirements:
         a.   Front yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         b.   Side yard: Five feet (5') minimum.
         c.   Rear yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         d.   Corner lots: Shall have a ten foot (10') minimum setback on each street side, and a five foot (5') minimum setback on all other sides.
   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall be thirty five feet (35'), except the maximum height of an accessory building with a gross floor area of less than two hundred (200) square feet shall be fifteen feet (15').
   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.
   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.
   E.   Design Review: Permitted uses are exempt from design review. All new construction, additions and exterior alterations for conditional uses are subject to the provisions of chapter 10 of this title.
   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title.
   G.   Accessory Building Size: The total floor area of all accessory buildings on a lot shall not exceed eight hundred (800) square feet or ten percent (10%) of the total lot area, whichever is greater, but in no case more than one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet.
   H.   Dwelling Unit Minimum Size: Each dwelling unit must be at least four hundred ten (410) square feet. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5B-1: INTENT:

The intent of the R1R Single-Family Residential Restricted District is to provide for low density, single-family residential neighborhoods that enhance and contribute to an atmosphere of early twentieth century beach architectural design. Community services and facilities that will serve the area's population while protecting and maintaining the single- family residential character may also be included. The R1R Single-Family Residential Restricted District implements in part the SFR single-family residential land use designation of the City of Long Beach comprehensive plan. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5B-2: PERMITTED USES:

   A.   Principal uses:
Adult family home, six (6) or fewer beds.
Single-family dwellings.
   B.   Accessory uses and structures:
Family daycare home, six (6) or fewer children.
Home occupations.
Private accessory living quarters attached to a principal structure or in a detached accessory building for sole use of occupant or temporary guests.
Private garages and private recreational equipment storage buildings.
Private (noncommercial) greenhouses, woodsheds and toolsheds.
Private swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas and tennis courts.
Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.
Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5B-3: CONDITIONAL USES:

Churches.
Cooperative (State registered).
Daycare center, seven (7) or more children.
Governmental or Municipal structures, uses, or facilities.
Parks, recreational areas or facilities. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5B-4: STANDARDS:

   A.   Lots:
      1.   Lot Size: Lot area shall be at least six thousand (6,000) square feet. Construction on lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than six thousand (6,000) square feet, will be permitted where total lot coverage does not exceed sixty percent (60%).
      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than sixty percent (60%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.
      3.   Setback Requirements:
         a.   Front yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         b.   Side yard: Five feet (5') minimum.
         c.   Rear yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         d.   Corner lots: Shall have a ten foot (10') minimum setback on each street side, and a five foot (5') minimum setback on all other sides.
   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall be thirty five feet (35'), except the maximum height of an accessory building with a gross floor area of less than two hundred (200) square feet shall be fifteen feet (15').
   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.
   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.
   E.   Design Review: All new construction, additions and exterior alterations shall be subject to design review, as provided in chapter 10 of this title.
   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title.
   G.   Accessory Building Size: The total floor area of all accessory buildings shall not exceed eight hundred (800) square feet or ten percent (10%) of the total lot area, whichever is greater but in no case more than one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet.
   H.   Dwelling Unit Minimum Size: Each dwelling unit must be at least four hundred ten (410) square feet. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5C-1: INTENT:

The intent of the R2 Two-Family Residential District is to provide for two-family and single-family residential development as well as community services and facilities that will serve the area's population while protecting and maintaining the residential character. The R2 Two-Family Residential Zone District implements in part the MDR medium density residential land use designation of the City of Long Beach comprehensive plan. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5C-2: PERMITTED USES:

   A.   Principal uses:
Adult family home, six (6) or fewer beds.
Single-family dwellings.
Two-family dwellings.
   B.   Accessory uses and structures:
Family daycare home, six (6) or fewer children.
Home occupations.
Private accessory living quarters attached to a principal structure or in a detached accessory building for sole use of occupant or temporary guests.
Private garages and private recreational equipment storage buildings.
Private (noncommercial) greenhouses, woodsheds and toolsheds.
Private swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas and tennis courts.
Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.
Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5C-3: CONDITIONAL USES:

Bed and breakfast, fifteen (15) or fewer guestrooms.
Churches.
Daycare center, seven (7) or more children.
Governmental or Municipal structures, uses or facilities.
Parks, recreational areas and facilities.
Schools. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5C-4: STANDARDS:

   A.   Lots:
      1.   Lot Size: The minimum lot size shall be four thousand (4,000) square feet per dwelling unit. Construction on lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than four thousand (4,000) square feet, will be permitted for one single-family home, where total lot coverage does not exceed sixty percent (60%), and where all setback requirements can be met. Not more than one principal building shall be placed on any lot.
      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than sixty percent (60%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.
      3.   Setback Requirements:
         a.   Front yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         b.   Side yard: Five feet (5') minimum.
         c.   Rear yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         d.   Corner lots: Shall have a ten foot (10') minimum setback on each street side, and a five foot (5') minimum setback on all other sides.
   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall be thirty five feet (35'), except the maximum height of an accessory building with a gross floor area of less than two hundred (200) square feet shall be fifteen feet (15').
   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.
   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.
   E.   Design Review: Permitted uses are exempt from design review. All new construction, additions and exterior alterations for conditional uses are subject to the provisions of chapter 10 of this title.
   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title.
   G.   Accessory Building Size: The total floor area of all accessory buildings shall not exceed eight hundred (800) square feet or ten percent (10%) of the total lot area, whichever is greater but in no case more than one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet.
   H.   Dwelling Unit Minimum Size: Each dwelling unit must be at least four hundred ten (410) square feet. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5D-1: INTENT:

The intent of the R2R Two-Family Residential Restricted District is to provide for two-family and single-family residential development that enhances and contributes to an atmosphere of early twentieth century beach architectural design. Community services and facilities that will serve the area's population while protecting and maintaining the residential character may also be included. Small scale lodging establishments and vacation rentals may also be allowed. The R2R Two-Family Residential Restricted District implements in part the MDR medium density residential land use designation of the City of Long Beach comprehensive plan. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5D-2: PERMITTED USES:

   A.   Principal uses:
Adult family home, six (6) or fewer beds.
Single-family dwellings.
Two-family dwellings.
   B.   Accessory uses and structures:
Family daycare home, six (6) or fewer children.
Home occupations.
Private accessory living quarters attached to a principal structure or in a detached accessory building for sole use of occupant or temporary guests.
Private garages and private recreational equipment storage buildings.
Private (noncommercial) greenhouses, woodsheds and toolsheds.
Private swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas and tennis courts.
Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.
Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5D-3: CONDITIONAL USES:

Bed and breakfast, fifteen (15) or fewer guestrooms.
Churches.
Daycare center, seven (7) or more children.
Governmental or Municipal structures, uses or facilities.
Nursing homes and convalescent centers, seven (7) or more beds.
Parks, recreational areas and facilities.
Schools. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018; amd. Ord. 1046, 9-15-2025)

12-5D-4: STANDARDS:

   A.   Lots:
      1.   Lot Size: A minimum of four thousand (4,000) square feet shall be provided for each dwelling unit. Construction on lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than four thousand (4,000) square feet, will be permitted for one single-family home, where total lot coverage does not exceed sixty percent (60%) and where all setback requirements can be met. Not more than one principal building shall be placed on any lot.
      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than sixty percent (60%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.
      3.   Setback Requirements:
         a.   Front yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         b.   Side yard: Five feet (5') minimum.
         c.   Rear yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         d.   Corner lots: Shall have a ten foot (10') minimum setback on each street side and a five foot (5') minimum setback on all other sides.
   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall be thirty five feet (35'), except the maximum height of an accessory building with a gross floor area of less than two hundred (200) square feet shall be fifteen feet (15').
   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.
   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.
   E.   Design Review: All new construction, additions and exterior alterations shall be subject to design review, as provided in chapter 10 of this title.
   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title.
   G.   Accessory Building Size: The total floor area of all accessory buildings shall not exceed eight hundred (800) square feet or ten percent (10%) of the total lot area, whichever is greater, but in no case more than one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet.
   H.   Dwelling Unit Minimum Size: Each dwelling unit must be at least four hundred ten (410) square feet. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5E-1: INTENT:

The intent of the R3 Multi-Family Residential District is to provide for multi-family dwellings as well as single- and two- family residential development, at a higher density than found in other residential zones. Residences may be cottages and town homes developed on small lots as well as condominiums and apartment buildings on larger properties. Community services and facilities that will serve the area's population while protecting and maintaining the residential character may also be provided. The R3 Multi-Family Residential District implements in part the HDR high density residential land use designation of the City of Long Beach comprehensive plan. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5E-2: PERMITTED USES:

   A.   Principal uses:
Adult family home, six (6) or fewer beds.
Daycare center, eleven (11) or fewer children.
Multi-family dwellings, four (4) or fewer units.
Single-family dwellings.
Two-family dwellings.
   B.   Accessory uses and structures:
Family daycare home, six (6) or fewer children.
Home occupations.
Management offices, laundry rooms, common areas and similar support facilities for multi-family dwellings.
Private accessory living quarters attached to a principal structure or in a detached accessory building for sole use of occupant or temporary guests.
Private garages and private recreational equipment storage buildings.
Private (noncommercial) greenhouses, woodsheds and toolsheds.
Private swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas and tennis courts.
Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.
Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title.
Supportive services for occupants of multi-family affordable dwellings. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5E-3: CONDITIONAL USES:

Affordable housing, pursuant to the requirements of section 12-11-18 of this title.
Bed and breakfast, fifteen (15) or fewer guestrooms.
Churches.
Daycare center, twelve (12) or more children.
Governmental or Municipal structures, uses or facilities.
Group dwellings.
Group home or residential care facility, fifteen (15) or fewer beds.
Manufactured home parks.
Multi-family dwellings or a combination of two-family and/or multi-family buildings, resulting in five (5) or more dwelling units.
Nursing homes and convalescent centers, seven (7) or more beds.
Parks, recreational areas and facilities.
Schools. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5E-4: STANDARDS:

   A.   Lots:
      1.   Lot Size: A minimum of three thousand (3,000) square feet shall be provided for each dwelling unit. For affordable housing that meets the requirements of section 12-11-18 of this title, the total number of allowed dwelling units on a lot may be increased up to fifty percent (50%). On lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than three thousand (3,000) square feet, construction will be permitted for one single-family home where total lot coverage does not exceed sixty percent (60%) and where all setback requirements can be met.
      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than sixty percent (60%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.
      3.   Setback Requirements:
         a.   Front yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         b.   Side yard:
            (1)   Detached: Five feet (5') minimum.
            (2)   Semidetached And Attached: Where development is coordinated with adjacent lots, attached and semidetached structures shall have a five foot (5') minimum setback on exterior sides that are not abutting the adjacent building and a zero setback on interior abutting sides.
         c.   Rear yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         d.   Corner lots:
            (1)   Detached: Shall have a ten foot (10') minimum setback on each street side, and a five foot (5') minimum setback on all other sides.
            (2)   Semidetached and attached: Ten feet (10') minimum setback on each street side; five feet (5') minimum setback on the interior side opposite the shortest street frontage or the street frontage that is considered the front; zero setback on the side opposite the longest street frontage, or opposite the street frontage that is considered the side.
      4.   Multiple Principal Buildings: More than one (1) two-family and/or multi-family residences may be placed on a lot. Multiple single-family residences are only permitted as group dwellings.
   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall be thirty five feet (35'), except the maximum height of an accessory building with a gross floor area of less than two hundred (200) square feet shall be fifteen feet (15').
   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.
   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.
   E.   Design Review: Permitted uses are exempt from design review. All new construction, additions and exterior alterations for conditional uses are subject to the provisions of chapter 10 of this title.
   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title.
   G.   Accessory Building Size: The total floor area of all accessory buildings shall not exceed eight hundred (800) square feet or ten percent (10%) of the total lot area, whichever is greater.
   H.   Dwelling Unit Minimum Size: Each dwelling unit must be at least four hundred ten (410) square feet. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5F-1: INTENT:

The intent of the R3R Multi-Family Residential Restricted District is to provide for multi-family dwellings as well as single- and two-family residential development, at a higher density than found in other residential zones. The design character should enhance and contribute to an atmosphere of early twentieth century beach architectural design. Community services and facilities that will serve the area's population while protecting and maintaining the residential character may also be included. The R3R Multi-Family Residential Restricted District implements in part the HDR high density residential land use designation of the City of Long Beach comprehensive plan. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5F-2: PERMITTED USES:

   A.   Principal uses:
Adult family home, six (6) or fewer beds.
Daycare center, eleven (11) or fewer children.
Multi-family dwellings, four (4) or fewer units.
Single-family dwellings.
Two-family dwellings.
   B.   Accessory uses and structures:
Family daycare home, six (6) or fewer children.
Home occupations.
Management offices, laundry rooms, common areas and similar support facilities for multi-family dwellings.
Private accessory living quarters attached to a principal structure or in a detached accessory building for sole use of occupant or temporary guests.
Private garages and private recreational equipment storage buildings.
Private (noncommercial) greenhouses, woodsheds and toolsheds.
Private swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas and tennis courts.
Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.
Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title.
Supportive services for occupants of multi-family affordable dwellings. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5F-3: CONDITIONAL USES:

Affordable housing, pursuant to the requirements of section 12-11-18 of this title.
Bed and breakfast, fifteen (15) or fewer guestrooms.
Churches.
Daycare center, twelve (12) or more children.
Governmental or Municipal structures, uses or facilities.
Group dwellings.
Group home or residential care facility, fifteen (15) or fewer beds.
Multi-family dwellings, or a combination of two-family and/or multi-family buildings, resulting in five (5) or more dwelling units.
Nursing homes and convalescent centers, seven (7) or more beds.
Parks, recreational areas and facilities.
Schools. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

12-5F-4: STANDARDS:

   A.   Lots:
      1.   Lot Size: A minimum of three thousand (3,000) square feet shall be provided for each dwelling unit. For affordable housing that meets the requirements of section 12-11-18 of this title, the total number of allowed dwelling units on a lot may be increased up to fifty percent (50%). On lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than three thousand (3,000) square feet, construction will be permitted for one single-family home where total lot coverage does not exceed sixty percent (60%) and where all setback requirements can be met.
      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than sixty percent (60%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.
      3.   Setback Requirements:
         a.   Front yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         b.   Side yard:
            (1)   Detached: Five feet (5') minimum.
            (2)   Semidetached And Attached: Where development is coordinated with adjacent lots, attached and semidetached structures shall have a five foot (5') minimum setback on exterior sides that are not abutting the adjacent building and a zero setback on interior abutting sides.
         c.   Rear yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.
         d.   Corner lots:
            (1)   Detached: Shall have a ten foot (10') minimum setback on each street side, and a five foot (5') minimum setback on all other sides.
            (2)   Semidetached and attached: Ten feet (10') minimum setback on each street side; five feet (5') minimum setback on the interior side opposite the shortest street frontage or the street frontage that is considered the front; zero setback on the side opposite the longest street frontage, or opposite the street frontage that is considered the side.
      4.   Multiple Principal Buildings: More than one (1) two-family and/or multi-family structure may be placed on a lot. Multiple single-family residences are only permitted as group dwellings.
   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall be thirty five feet (35'), except the maximum height of an accessory building with a gross floor area of less than two hundred (200) square feet shall be fifteen feet (15').
   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.
   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.
   E.   Design Review: All new construction, additions and exterior alterations shall be subject to design review, as provided in chapter 10 of this title.
   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title.
   G.   Accessory Building Size: The total floor area of all accessory buildings shall not exceed eight hundred (800) square feet or ten percent (10%) of the total lot area, whichever is greater.
   H.   Dwelling Unit Minimum Size: Each dwelling unit must be at least four hundred ten (410) square feet. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)